The box of pots at Costco says "non stick" The reviewers say they aren't non stick. Are the pots non stick or NOT non stick?
38752
The hard anodized cookware set sticks (it is NOT non stick). Easier way to clean is to let it soak to soften content. Depending on what I cook, I have to let it soak over night sometimes. I did not buy my pots at Costco and they did not say non-stick.
38753
The Commercial set is hard-anodized, NOT non-stick. Caphalon does make a non-stick version of these, slightly different, possibly nicer for high-quality, non-commercial use. My brother owns those and likes them very much. They are better for things like eggs that tend to stick too much to anodized. I own the large skillet with lid in that style. Excellent piece of equipment.
38754
I would ask to open the box before purchase. Some Calphalon is Coated. I had a set that lost its coating after 8 years of use. If the pans are anodized, they are not coated. They will stick, but adding extra oil or butter helps. Soaking in hot, soapy water will make cleaning easier.
38755
I've recently exchanged one of the hard-ionized, and they gave me a non stick. Don't like it very much, but it's non stick.
38756
I just received the WRONG item from this listing. Its supposed to be hard anodized commercial withOUT nonstick, but Ireceived the Nonstick vsn. I just spoke with Calphalon to ensure, they do not sell the commercial hard anodized nonstick set any longer. COSTCO has exclusive rights to the nonstick version of the hard anodized commercial nonstick pots and pans. The MODEL # on this listing is for the Commerical Hard anodized pot and pans that do NOT have nostick on them. I just received my order and got the WRONG product. I received what Costco is selling. I have contacted the seller for a switch of product. This is FALSE advertising going on here! Not cool!
38757
I just received the WRONG item from this listing. Its supposed to be hard anodized commercial withOUT nonstick, but Ireceived the Nonstick vsn. I just spoke with Calphalon to ensure, they do not sell the commercial hard anodized nonstick set any longer. COSTCO has exclusive rights to the nonstick version of the hard anodized commercial nonstick pots and pans. The MODEL # on this listing is for the Commerical Hard anodized pot and pans that do NOT have nostick on them. I just received my order and got the WRONG product. I received what Costco is selling. I have contacted the seller for a switch of product. This is FALSE advertising going on here! Not cool! I just received the WRONG item from this listing. Its supposed to be hard anodized commercial withOUT nonstick, but Ireceived the Nonstick vsn. I just spoke with Calphalon to ensure, they do not sell the commercial hard anodized nonstick set any longer. COSTCO has exclusive rights to the nonstick version of the hard anodized commercial nonstick pots and pans. The MODEL # on this listing is for the Commerical Hard anodized pot and pans that do NOT have nostick on them. I just received my order and got the WRONG product. I received what Costco is selling. I have contacted the seller for a... » Read More I just received the WRONG item from this listing. Its supposed to be hard anodized commercial withOUT nonstick, but Ireceived the Nonstick vsn. I just spoke with Calphalon to ensure, they do not sell the commercial hard anodized nonstick set any longer. COSTCO has exclusive rights to the nonstick version of the hard anodized commercial nonstick pots and pans. The MODEL # on this listing is for the Commerical Hard anodized pot and pans that do NOT have nostick on them. I just received my order and got the WRONG product. I received what Costco is selling. I have contacted the seller for a switch of product. This is FALSE advertising going on here! Not cool! « Show Less
38758
I have no idea about the pots at Costco - if they say non-stick - I would guess they are non-stick. My pots did NOT say non-stick and I did not buy them at Costco.
38759
Trust me, they are not non-stick. If I knew at this point how to send back I sure would. I believe it was false advertising from start. I had a friend research the best non-stick and he told me this was - truly disappointed and AM not happy with them. thank you for doing this survey
323150
As Bonnie says, it is not nonstick. I've used both pots a lot with a variety of foods and have had no problems with anything sticking.
668199
No, this set is not non stick. I purchased a similar set one year ago. I love them. They are very easy to clean and care for. They still look new. I would recommend them. Must follow instructions to keep them in good condition. You can look them up at Cuisinart's website and read the instruction book on this set before you purchase. I prefer this set to nonstick. You don't get the residue that a nonstick surface adds to your cooking.
2070362
I received this set as a gift and though I love the pots so far, they are not dishwasher safe according to the manual. It might be due to the silicone coated handles.
1924764
I have had the 7 pc set for almost 3 years. They are still non stick. I use them constantly. They wash up easily (by hand) so I can turn around and use them right away for the next dish.
1845081
It's all correct. Try not to read into it too much. It is nonstick, but don't think of it as a "coating," but more as the hard anodized ware...it just happens to be a great nonstick surface!! It is heavy like the other hard anodized ware pots and pans; they are gorgeous!! You don't have to use nonstick utensils, but I do anyway just to be careful. Also, you do not cook on high with these; you only need to cook on 3 or 4 with these - they hold their heat that well. I bought the whole set plus this one. They are amazing!!
615912
It is "NON-STICK", I absolutely LOVE this pot, I got it for Chicken and Dumplings and Goulash and soups and that kind of stuff, and I TRUELY, TRUELY LOVE IT!!! I will end up buying at least 1 more, but possibly 2 more...
1016968
The question is "Is it nonstick surface?" There's 2 ways to interpret this question. 1) is there a classic nonstick coating, such as teflon? The answer to that is no. 2) does food stick to the surface? The answer to this is also no, given proper use. I only use SS pots and pans. I always condition my pans after each cleaning and leave them oiled between uses. I get no sticking that a sponge doesn't remove. I would consider that nonstick. So I would answer that they are, conditionally, nonstick.
303953
I will be honest with you. These pots are cheaply made. Save your money and buy some from Cuisinart or some other brand.
154708
The pans say it is best to hand wash them. However, when we bought our new induction stove I asked the salesman if there were some pots and pans he'd recommend that were ecofriendly, non-stick and could go in the dishwasher. He recommended these wholeheartedly. We have been putting them in the dishwasher for about four months now with no problem. For the most part the non-stick works pretty well; sometimes you cook and things do stick. In that case, we soak them and scrub them with a safe scrubber and then either hand wash or put in the dishwasher. Note: The salesman I worked with is a very good chef and knows a lot about pots and pans. The pans say it is best to hand wash them. However, when we bought our new induction stove I asked the salesman if there were some pots and pans he'd recommend that were ecofriendly, non-stick and could go in the dishwasher. He recommended these wholeheartedly. We have been putting them in the dishwasher for about four months now with no problem. For the most part the non-stick works pretty well; sometimes you cook and things do stick. In that case, we soak them and scrub them with a safe scrubber and then either hand wash or put in the dishwasher. Note: The salesman I worked with is a very... » Read More The pans say it is best to hand wash them. However, when we bought our new induction stove I asked the salesman if there were some pots and pans he'd recommend that were ecofriendly, non-stick and could go in the dishwasher. He recommended these wholeheartedly. We have been putting them in the dishwasher for about four months now with no problem. For the most part the non-stick works pretty well; sometimes you cook and things do stick. In that case, we soak them and scrub them with a safe scrubber and then either hand wash or put in the dishwasher. Note: The salesman I worked with is a very good chef and knows a lot about pots and pans. « Show Less
1806304
These pans do not have no-stick. They don't need it. Stainless steel saucepans are so easy to clean, that non-stick is just something that will eventually go wrong with them. These are very nice pans and will last a very long time. They are well made... nice enough that I bought a set for my sister!
1194699
The stainless cookware is NOT nonstick. If you want nonstick, look for the Hard Anodized version.
1875632
I don't know, but the point is to get them seasoned so that you don't need non-stick spray. That said, you will want to use some oil each time you cook. It's not a fat-free experience like Teflon can be (at least for the few weeks before the Teflon gets scratched and goes bad).
563104
Yes. I haven't had any issues with sticking. I use this pot every other day at least.
1634684
They" make all these 'non-stick' pans look like they are "all that and a bag of chips." Not so. I have been super conscientious in my use of this pan; I don't use high heat, I let it come to temperature, etc. What I have learned is that the hype lasts as you described. I did read somewhere that one should always use a coating before cooking. Are these pans better than less expensive one? Who knows?
2002275
No they bare not non stick, however I do use a little cooking spay and they work break. I use lower heat to cook with. I have had better luck with this set than a nonstick se
262652
Seriously, just go to Walmart and get there best non stick pans. It is the same quality (I checked), and will save you money. But to answer your question, yes all of the pans are non stick.